Performance
About the Program
Master Your Musical Craft
In this two-year program, you will pursue advanced study in instrumental or vocal performance, or conducting. You will receive intensive private instruction with CSU’s artist faculty while completing graduate-level coursework in music history, theory, and research.
Through participation in large ensembles, chamber music, and recitals, you will develop as both a performer and scholar. Each student presents a graduate recital and completes either a graduate research project or lecture recital to prepare for professional and academic careers in music.
Customize Your Degree
Instrumental Performance (Concentration)
Intensive training in solo, ensemble, and orchestral settings.
Conducting (Concentration)
Development of rehearsal technique, score study, and leadership in ensembles.
Vocal Performance (Concentration)
Advanced study of technique, repertoire, and performance practice.
Just the Facts
Total Credit Hours:
36 Hours
Delivery Format:
On Campus
Completion Time:
2 years (full-time)
Academic Unit:
Schwob School of Music
Additional Resources
Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience
- Two-year program designed for advanced performers
- One-on-one study with internationally recognized faculty
- Participation in large ensembles, chamber groups, and recitals
- Graduate research project or lecture recital requirement
- Opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and perform on and off campus
What Can You Do With This Degree?
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Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU
Program-Specific Admission Requirements
- Applicants must audition — details and requirements can be found at: CSU Schwob Auditions
- Proficiency exams in music history, theory, and ear training are required before the fall semester. Students who do not pass must re-test or complete remedial coursework.
- Students must follow additional guidelines outlined in the Schwob School of Music Handbook for M.M. Performance majors
Institutional Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.
